Best 7 Perfect Cheese Sauce Recipes

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If you're a fan of creamy, cheesy sauces, you're in for a treat. Whether you're looking for a classic béchamel or a velvety cheddar sauce, we've got you covered. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up the perfect cheese sauce to elevate your favorite dishes. So grab your whisk and get ready to indulge in a world of cheesy deliciousness.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BEST CHEESE SAUCE



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This fabulous cheese sauce is as easy to make as it is versatile. A smooth, fail-safe sauce for Welsh rarebit, Horseshoe sandwiches, vegetables, and pasta. Try it over poached eggs and toast. Wow!

Provided by Pam Witzig

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour and cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Return to heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Keep warm until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 178.2 mg, Fat 59.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 37.8 g, Sodium 1223.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PERFECT CHEESE SAUCE



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Provided by James Briscione

Categories     condiment

Time 20m

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
3 cups milk, heated
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring often, until a thick paste forms and turns golden brown. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook 30 seconds more.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk, adding 1 cup at a time. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer before adding the next. It will be extremely thick at first and will thin with each addition. When all the milk is added bring the sauce to a simmer and cook 5 more minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat. Add the Cheddar and Parmesan and whisk until smooth. The sauce keeps refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for 6 months. If using from cold, carefully bring the sauce back to a boil before serving.

CHEESE SAUCE



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This classic, storecupboard white sauce is loaded with strong cheddar cheese - our easy recipe is ready in 15 minutes. Use to make macaroni or cauliflower cheese

Provided by Miriam Nice

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

500ml milk
4 tbsp plain flour
50g butter
100g grated strong cheddar (or 50g grated cheddar, 50g crumbled blue cheese)

Steps:

  • Pour 500ml milk into a large saucepan and add 4 tbsp plain flour and 50g butter.
  • Turn on the heat to medium and start to whisk the mixture. Keep whisking fast as the butter melts and the mixture comes to the boil - the flour will disappear and the sauce will begin to thicken.
  • Whisk for another 2 mins while the sauce bubbles then stir in 100g grated strong cheddar cheese (or 50g grated cheddar, 50g crumbled blue cheese) until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.54 milligram of sodium

AMERICAN CHEESE SAUCE



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Make and share this American Cheese Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim19068

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 Cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
American cheese (Cheddar, I use any cheese as long as it orange in color)

Steps:

  • In saucepan, heat butter, add flour.
  • Stir until light brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Add milk, bring to a slow boil.
  • Add cheese, one slice at a time.
  • Simmer to desired thickness (For thinner sauce, add less flour).

THE EASIEST CREAMIEST CHEESE SAUCE



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This sauce takes minutes to make and may I say makes the most delicious cheesy sauce --- drizzle it over baked potatoes, veggies or anything that you want cheese sauce for :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup half-and-half cream (the half and half cream is better to use) or 1/4 cup milk (the half and half cream is better to use)
1 cup kraft Cheez Whiz
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt
fresh ground black pepper (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over low heat combine all ingredients stirring until melted and combined (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.1, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 845.6, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3, Protein 8.7

CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE



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This cheddar cheese sauce is perfect over vegetables, omelets or any items made tastier with melted cheddar. Surprise your family tonight by drizzling some on baked potatoes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 5-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 hot baked potatoes

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted., Serve 1-1/2 cups of cheese sauce with the baked potatoes. Refrigerate remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BASIC CHEESE SAUCE



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Add the perfect, simple touch to meat, rice, pasta and almost anything with Basic Cheese Sauce. Rarely is a recipe not improved with a tasty cheese sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings, 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Finely Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium saucepan on low heat. Add flour; whisk until blended. Cook 2 min. or until bubbly, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk until blended.
  • Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Simmer on medium-low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Add cheese; cook and stir 2 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 0.6497 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese. A good cheese sauce starts with good cheese. Use a cheese that melts well and has a flavor that you enjoy. Some good options include cheddar, Gruyère, Parmesan, and Fontina.
  • Use a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the sauce. It helps to create a smooth, creamy texture and prevents the sauce from breaking.
  • Add milk or cream gradually. When adding milk or cream to the sauce, do it gradually and whisk constantly. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
  • Season to taste. Once the sauce has thickened, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Serve immediately. Cheese sauce is best served immediately after it is made. It can be used as a dip for vegetables, chips, or bread. It can also be used to top pasta, potatoes, or chicken.

Conclusion:

Cheese sauce is a versatile and delicious sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect cheese sauce every time.

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